SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Lutterworth
Pay Rate: £105 per day
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Contract: Full-time

About the Role

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Aspire People are working in partnership with a school in Lutterworth that is looking for a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping pupils with additional needs develop their confidence, independence and learning skills within a supportive educational environment.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other members of the school team to provide tailored support that enables pupils to access learning, build positive relationships and achieve their individual goals. You will play an important role in creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every pupil feels valued and encouraged to succeed.

If you are patient, resilient and enthusiastic about making a positive difference to children's lives, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing

Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs.

Assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting activities to meet individual learning needs.

Helping pupils develop communication, social interaction and emotional regulation skills.

Encouraging independence, confidence and positive participation in learning.

Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviours, using calm and consistent approaches.

Building trusting relationships with pupils to help them feel safe, supported and understood.

Working collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent, effective support.

Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a structured, inclusive learning environment.

Supporting pupils with their personal development and celebrating their progress and achievements.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is essential.

A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them reach their potential.

Patience, empathy and resilience when dealing with challenging situations.

The ability to adapt your approach to suit different learning styles, communication needs and behaviours.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Experience supporting pupils with autism, communication difficulties or additional behavioural needs would be particularly beneficial.

Why Apply?

Competitive daily ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lutterworth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English